1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1960 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 DAF 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 DAF 600 (46 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1960 DAF 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 106 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 28 L |
